Ever heard of Google 411?

Google 411 is the service from Google is likely many have never tried before. It's a Google Voice Local Search is Google’s experimental service to make local-business search accessible over the phone.

To try this service, just dial 1-800-GOOG-411 (1-800-466-4411) from any phone.

Using this service, you can:

search for a local business by name or category.
get connected to the business, free of charge.
get the details by SMS if you’re using a mobile phone.

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Make free 411 calls. Find out how

A Boston-based company called Jingle Networks offers free alternative to expensive 411 calls via your cell phone or land line. How and why do they do what they do for free? Advertising! They run ads.

So, if you want to save money and have patience, here the number to use: 1-800-FREE411. Their website, 1-800-FREE411 web site

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